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The Next Chapter

There is an ever-aging yet very active population of individuals in Douglas County entering the next chapter of their lives.  Whether transitioning to empty nesters, retiring from the corporate world, caring for elderly family members, or just turning the page to see what is to come in their life’s journey, readers are wanting more information about events, activities and programs geared toward the 50+ age crowd.

The Connection is committed to its readership and will incorporate more of these type stories in its editorial content in “The Next Chapter” section of the paper.  We would love to hear your thoughts, ideas and suggestions.  Email us at editor@castlepinesconnection.com.

Games & Puzzles – April 2026

By CPC | April 1, 2026

(Solutions at bottom) Interested in sponsoring this page? Email advertise@castlepinesconnection.com Spring Crossword Across 1. 40 winks 4. Devotee 8. Nile bird 12. Color quality 13. Sundae topper, perhaps 14. Garment…

Fresh and French

By CPC | April 1, 2026

  In my world, there is nothing better than a really delicious sandwich. If the ingredients are fresh and the condiments are plentiful, I would argue that a really great…

Another RCHS student commits

By CPC | April 1, 2026

Another 80108 athlete, Coby Short, has committed to play soccer at St. Olaf College in Minnesota. Congratulations!

All about lemons

By CPC | April 1, 2026

Native to Asia, lemons are a citrusy superfood that are perfect for springing into spring in Colorado. Whether sipping refreshing lemonade on a warm, sunny day, brightening a soup or…

Bids & Bubbles

By CPC | April 1, 2026

“Where hearts and minds connect” is more than a mission statement for Timber Trail Elementary (TTE)—it is a regular daily practice for the school community. This school year, parents, PTO…

Rock Canyon breaks school record with 150th wish

By CPC | April 1, 2026

The Rock Canyon High School (RCHS) family came together for this year’s Wish Week to grant 6-year-old Dre’s special wish. Dre loves trains, dinosaurs, trains, Spiderman and trains! Dre has…

Wish Week at Valor

By CPC | April 1, 2026

Thirteen-year-old Finley loves fishing, Colorado sports teams and the popular online game Fortnite. Finely was chosen as the 2026 Wish Kid for Valor Christian High School (Valor), to raise money…

Peaky Peak

By CPC | April 1, 2026

PEAKY PEAK Coffee & Charcuterie: Global phenomenon & well-kept secret Once a well-kept secret of Southeast Asia, Vietnamese coffee has grown into a global phenomenon. From the bustling corners of…

One tryout changed everything

By CPC | March 1, 2026

Castle Valley neighbor Lauren Scott has been an athlete for as long as she can remember. But it was not until her sophomore year in high school that she discovered…

South Havana Street realignment

By CPC | March 1, 2026

To continue supporting the growth on the east side of Castle Pines (east of I-25), North Canyons Development Company (NCDC) is actively working to realign the current S. Havana Street…